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Gastrointestinal symptoms related to COVID-19 in ileoanal pouch and stoma patients

The authors undertook a single-centre study with patients known to the authors' pouch nursing service. It involved a retrospective analysis of patients who had reported GI symptoms in the preceding 4...

Evaluation of a pouching system with a concave contour for people with an outward peristomal body profile

This product evaluation was designed to evaluate use patterns with a one-piece concave pouching system in people with an outward peristomal body profile, who chose to use the product. Wear time of the...

Why every school needs a school nurse

School nurses play an essential role in promoting the health and wellbeing of children and young people in the UK (Sutton and White, 2024). They can be employed by various organisations, including...

Engaging and inspiring the next generation

The scheme consists of 40 hours of theoretical learning alongside 20 hours of observational experience, providing cadets with a comprehensive understanding of the healthcare environment. The...

The ‘5 Moments for Hand Hygiene’: casting a critical eye on the implications for practice

The design and delivery of robust, ethical, high-quality studies in the field of hand hygiene is challenging. As a result, recommendations are often based on a combination of non-randomised controlled...

Urinary incontinence: implications for nursing practice

The urinary system is a complex network of organs responsible for maintaining homeostasis by regulating fluid balance, electrolyte levels, and waste excretion. It consists of the kidneys, ureters,...

In-home use study evaluating user satisfaction with newly developed MoliCare Premium Pants

Figure 2 presents an evaluation of the 10 most important features of the newly redesigned MoliCare product by the study participants (n=52). More than 85% of respondents identified absorption...

Patterns of opioid use for lower limb trauma patients during the first 6 months after discharge

This study forms part of a programme of work to understand how opioid-naïve patients use opioids within the first few months of prescription. Opioid-naïve patients are people who have not received...

Homeostasis: understanding the effects of impaired mechanisms

The nervous and endocrine systems are tasked with regulating homeostasis. They act together to compensate and regulate signals to preserve equilibrium (Tortora and Derrickson, 2014). The endocrine...

Essential principles to apply when approaching a new job

Adaptability is crucial when entering a new work environment, particularly in fast-paced sectors such as health care. Those with a growth mindset approach challenges with curiosity rather than...

Big changes to the NHS patient safety landscape expected in 2025

Martha's Rule emerged from the tragic circumstances surrounding the death of 13-year-old Martha Mills from sepsis in 2021. The Coroner concluded that she would not have died had she been moved earlier...

NMC: limitations and opportunities

Since the Shipman inquiry, several changes have been made. Statutory changes include:.

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